1999 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | XM | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
